Crochet amigurumi projects are always a joy to make, and today I’m sharing a fun and beginner-friendly Amigurumi Octopus Crochet Pattern. These adorable octopi are perfect as baby toys, nursery décor, or even as a cute desk companion. With their curly tentacles and soft round bodies, they’re not only quick to make but also a great way to use up small amounts of yarn.
If you’re new to amigurumi, this project is a wonderful starting point. It requires only basic crochet stitches, simple increases and decreases, and some toy stuffing to bring your little sea creature to life. You can crochet them in any color you like pastel shades for babies, bright hues for kids, or even bold tones for a statement piece. Let’s dive into the pattern and get started!
Abbreviations (US Terms)
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DC – Double Crochet
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DCinc – Double Crochet increase (2 stitches in the same stitch)
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DC2tog – Double Crochet 2 together (decrease)
Materials
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1 ball Yarns Cotton DK (50 grams)
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3mm crochet hook
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Toy stuffing
Note: Gauge is not important as long as your stitches are tight enough to keep the stuffing inside.
Pattern
Body
Round 1: 6 DC into a magic ring (6 sts)
Round 2: DCinc in each stitch (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 DC, DCinc in next st, repeat around (18 sts)
Round 4: 2 DC, DCinc in next st, repeat around (24 sts)
Round 5: 3 DC, DCinc in next st, repeat around (30 sts)
Rounds 6–11: DC in each stitch (30 sts)
Round 12: 3 DC, DC2tog, repeat around (24 sts)
Round 13: 2 DC, DC2tog, repeat around (18 sts)
Round 14: DC in each stitch (18 sts)
Round 15: 2 DC, DCinc in next st, repeat around (24 sts)
Tentacles
Ch 25, skip first ch, work 2 DC in each stitch back up the chain. Skip next stitch on the body, then make 2 DC in the following st.
Repeat until you have 8 tentacles.
Base
Round 1: 6 DC into a magic ring (6 sts)
Round 2: DCinc in each stitch (12 sts)
Round 3: 1 DC, DCinc in next st, repeat around (18 sts)
Round 4: 2 DC, DCinc in next st, repeat around (24 sts)
Round 5: Stuff firmly and slip stitch to join the base to the body. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing Touches
Your amigurumi octopus is now complete! Add safety eyes, embroider a smile, or leave it simple and minimalist. These little cuties make wonderful handmade gifts, craft fair items, or charity donations. You can crochet a whole family of octopi in different colors they look even more charming when grouped together.
Whether you keep one for yourself or gift them to someone special, this Amigurumi Octopus Crochet Pattern is sure to bring smiles.
✨ Tip: Cotton yarn works best for this project, especially if you’re making them for babies, as it’s soft, durable, and washable.
